Credit Hour

Policy Number
BP 4035
Policy Category
Chapter 4 - Academic Affairs
Adopted
Last Reviewed

Credit-bearing courses, regardless of delivery method, are scheduled and conducted in compliance with the definition of the credit hour as set forth in Section 600.2 and 600.24 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

A credit hour is an amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement. A credit hour corresponds to one hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction, and a minimum of two hours of out-of-class student work each week for ten to twelve weeks for one quarter.

The College reviews credit hour assignments annually to verify compliance with the credit hour policy. The College assures the consistency and accuracy of credit hour assignments in all courses and programs and, through sampling, a variety of course credit assignments based on degree level, academic discipline, delivery modes, and types of academic activities.
 

References

Legal: Section 600.2 and 600.24 of the Code of Federal Regulations

Note: This policy replaces retired Board Policy 020. The language from the former three-digit policy was adopted without change for this new four-digit policy number.

Board Policies are adopted by the Lane Community College Board of Education and establish the College’s governing principles and institutional direction. These policies are reviewed by the Board at least every five years or more often as needed. Board Policies are distinct from College Operating Policies and Procedures (COPPS), which provide operational guidance and are developed through governance processes and by responsible managers.